Phishing Scam Targets Vermilion Township Officials
Vermilion Township trustees are warning residents after a recent phishing scam attempted to trick local officials into purchasing gift cards. According to Trustee Chair Kenn Baughman, the scam involved emails or messages sent in his name, asking trustees to buy gift cards. The Erie County Sheriff’s Office was notified. Officials Continue Reading
Vermilion City Council Committee Meetings Video, Agenda and Minutes
You can now watch the full Vermilion City Council committee meetings, along with the agenda and official minutes, all in one place. We’ve included the video link for you to follow the discussion directly, plus easy access to the documents if you want to read through the details yourself. Watch Continue Reading
Indictment Filed Against Jacob Bray in July 23 Vermilion Shootings
Jacob N. Bray, 18, of Sheffield Lake, has been indicted by a Lorain County grand jury in connection with the July 23 series of shootings in Vermilion. Court records show Bray faces multiple charges, including felonious assault, improperly discharging a firearm into a habitation or school safety zone, several counts Continue Reading
A Special Homecoming at Vermilion’s 8th Grade Football Game
Vermilion’s 8th grade football game became the backdrop for a moment the crowd will not soon forget. During the pregame coin toss, the Sailors’ team captains lined up at midfield, but this time one player was met with the surprise of his life. Staff Sergeant Jorge Adams, currently stationed in Continue Reading
Road Projects, Recycling Plans, and Resident Questions Shape Township Meeting
The Vermilion Township Board of Trustees met for the second time this month on September 17 at 6:30 p.m., holding one of their shortest meetings of the year. The session lasted less than 20 minutes but included several updates on township business. Key Updates Public CommentResident John W asked about Continue Reading
Erie County Commissioners Extend Property Tax Suspension for 2025
Erie County Commissioners have voted to continue suspending the county’s portion of inside millage. Which is 2.3 mills for tax year 2025. The suspension, first approved for 2024, was meant to ease the burden on homeowners after many saw substantial, unexpected property tax increases. By suspending its share, the county Continue Reading
Vermilion Port Authority Reviews Dockwa Proposal, Financials, and Facility Upgrades
The Vermilion Port Authority met September 11 at the Vermilion Municipal Court Complex, with Chairman Larry Chairman Larry Drouhard presided over the Sept. 11 Vermilion Port Authority meeting, with members David Miklos and Heidi Riddle present and Peter Corogin and Jonathan Hauck absent. Mayor Jim Forthofer and Port Operations Manager Continue Reading
Firelands Schools Improve on State Report Card
The Firelands Local School District showed progress in the 2024–2025 Ohio School Report Card, moving from an overall 3.5-star rating last year to 4 stars this year. The improvement comes even as the district continues to operate with tight resources. Firelands earned high marks for its 98.7 percent four-year graduation Continue Reading
Sailor Standouts: Vermilion’s Athletes of the Week
This week, we recognize two outstanding Vermilion Sailors athletes for their incredible performances. From the desk of Vermilion Sailors Athletic Director Andy Stillman. Junior Payton Buchs Junior Payton Buchs has really picked up her game lately helping the Lady Sailors to a win over Firelands and keeping the Stillman Cup! Continue Reading
Vermilion school board approves interim leadership, finances, and bus bids
The Vermilion Board of Education met Sept. 8 and voted 4–0, with one member absent (Krystal Russell), to accept the superintendent’s retirement effective Oct. 10, 2025, then returned from executive session to name Wesley “Wes” Weaver interim superintendent effective Oct. 11, 2025. Labor: The board approved a memorandum of understanding Continue Reading